Nursing Interventions

Question 1

3rd step in the nutrition care process

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nutrition intervention

Question 2

specific actions used to remedy a nutrition problem and can be used with individuals, a group, or the community at large

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nutrition intervention

Question 3

nutrition interventions should be based from (2)

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signs and symptoms

Question 4

what are the components of nutrition intervention

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planning and implementation

Question 5

involves prioritizing the nutrition diagnosis based on the severity of the problem, safety, patient/client/group’s needs

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planning

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refers to the desired changes to be achieved over time as a result of nutrition

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expected outcomes

Question 7

planning (5)

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• determines patient-focused expected outcomes
• define intervention plan
• select specific intervention strategies that are focused on the etiology of the problem and that are known to be effective based on best current knowledge and evidence
• define time and frequency of care including intensity, duration, and follow up
• identify resources and referrals needed

Question 8

ACTION PHASE which includes carrying out and communicating the plan of care, continuing the data collection (to BHWs, BHERT)

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implementation

Question 9

revises the nutrition intervention, as warranted, based on the patienf/client response

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implementation

Question 10

nutrition intervention is always aimed at the _____

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etiology

Question 11

cause of the nutrition diagnosis/problem identified in the PES statement

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etiology (E)

Question 12

direct use of essential nutrients (vitamins, minerals, PUFA Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids, amino acids) or its bioavailability and absorption of food nutrients

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food and nutrient delivery

Question 13

intake of food via the GI tract (mouth, esophagus, stomach, and intestines)

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enteral nutrition

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may mean nutrition taken through the mouth or through a tube that goes directly to the stomach or small intestine

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enteral nutrition

Question 15

in the medical setting, the term enteral feeding is most used to mean ______

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tube feeding

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this is preferred when the gut is working normally to absorb food nutrients

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enteral nutrition

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fine and minced

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osteorite

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feeding through central and peripheral vein

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parenteral nutrition

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indications of enteral nutrition (1 eg)

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Injury that prevents eating a regular diet by mouth to provide nutrition with artificial food which is specially formulated to provide right balance

Question 20

first part of the small intestine

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duodenum

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inserted through the abdominal wall and into stomach

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PEG

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tube inserted from nose to stomach

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NGT

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delivered into gut by tube is where nutrition cannot be taken normally by mouth, but the gut is otherwise working

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enteral nutrition

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designed for adults and children who have normal digestion

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Standard Formula (whole protein)

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nutritionally complete, which means they contain nutrients needed

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Peptide Formula (semi-elemental)

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for adults and children with special nutritional needs, such as diabetes, kidney failure, respiratory disease

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Specialized Formulas

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can be eaten or drunk in addition to any food or drink that the patients may be able to manage

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nutritional products

Question 28

a tube inserted down into the nose until it reaches the duodenum

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nasoduodenal tube NDT

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a tube inserted down into the nose until it reaches the jejunum (second part of the small intestine

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nasojejunal tube NJT

Question 30

a possible complication of enteral feeding which happens when food goes into the lungs

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aspiration

Question 31

a possible complication of enteral feeding wherein dangerous electrolyte imbalance may occur in people who are very malnourished and start receiving enteral feeds

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refeeding syndrome

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may result from feeds that are too large or fast, or from slowed emptying of the stomach

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nausea and vomiting

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a possible complication of enteral feeding due to liquid diet or possibly medications

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diarrhea

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a possible complication of enteral feeding that occurs if the tube is not flushed properly

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tube blockage

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other possible complications of enteral feeding 3

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Infection of the tube or insertion site (PEG)

Skin Irritation- at the tube insertion site (PEG)

Tube Dislodgement

Question 36

Skin Irritation- at the tube insertion site (PEG) can be cured by

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saline and petroleum jelly

Question 37

nutrition delivered into the pt’s bloodstream, bypassing the gut

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parenteral nutrition

Question 38

parenteral nutrition is normally given into a _____

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large vein near the heart through a central venous line placed into the upper arm, chest, or neck

Question 39

4 indications of parenteral nutrition

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blockage of the gut (obstruction) or gut fails to work (ileum)

perforations of the gut where feeding will result in worsening infections

where a large part of the gut has been removed and the patient cannot absorb enough food (short bowel syndrome)

severe malnutrition, significant weight loss or hypoproteinaemia when enteral therapy is not possible

Question 40

a standard TPN formula was derived as

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4.25% amino acid, 15% dextrose, 20% fat emulsion

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sterile liquid chemical formula given directly in the bloodstream through IV catheter (needle in the vein)

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TPN total parenteral nutrition